Stranger Than Human

Lindsay Smith and Dr. Perry Cooper
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Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the things nobody talks about—but should.Join Lindsay Rose and Dr. Perry as they explore the fascinating, mysterious, and often overlooked aspects of being human. From health, healing, and nervous system regulation to consciousness, energetics, manifestation, spirituality, and the questions science is still trying to answer, no topic is off limits.These are the conversations that live at the edge of what we know, what we feel, and what we can't quite explain.Because sometimes the strangest things about life are simply part of being human.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    EP8: Am I Doomed by My DNA? Epigenetics, Aging & What We Can Change

    “It runs in my family.” But does that mean it has to happen to you? In this episode of Stranger Than Human, Lindsay and Dr. Perry explore what we inherit—and how the way we live fits into the picture. From epigenetics and aging to stress, food, and gut health, we ask how much of our health story is already written and where we may have influence. Dr. Perry brings his Eastern medicine perspective to a conversation about listening to your body, asking questions about your care, and making your health a priority before something demands your attention. If you’ve ever worried about following in your family’s health footsteps, this episode will give you plenty to think about. Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the deeper mechanics of being alive — where holistic medicine meets energy, consciousness, and the questions most people are afraid to ask out loud. Find Dr. Perry at https://www.blueserenityacupuncture.com/ Find Lindsay at www.woowithproof.com Instagram TikTok

  2. Sep 24

    EP7: Observe, Don’t Absorb: Anxiety, Depression & Finding Your Way Back to Yourself

    Why do some people constantly prepare for the worst while others seem able to stay rooted in the present? In this episode of Stranger Than Human, Lindsay and Dr. Perry explore anxiety and depression through the lenses of self-trust, childhood conditioning, the nervous system, identity, and Eastern medicine. Lindsay shares how worrying became a form of protection—mentally rehearsing worst-case scenarios so she wouldn’t be caught off guard—and why anxiety often points to a deeper fear that we won’t be able to handle what happens next. They also discuss how the language we use can turn a temporary emotional experience into an identity, the connection between creativity and emotional expression, and the ways food, media, stress, and our environment may influence how we feel. Dr. Perry offers simple practices for interrupting rumination, including speaking your thoughts aloud, walking meditation, grounding, and becoming more intentional about what you allow into your mind. This conversation is an invitation to stop automatically absorbing everything around you and begin asking: Is this mine? Where is this feeling coming from? And what is it trying to show me? Because anxiety isn’t necessarily who you are. It may be an experience you’re moving through—and a signal calling you back into a deeper relationship with yourself. Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the deeper mechanics of being alive — where holistic medicine meets energy, consciousness, and the questions most people are afraid to ask out loud. Find Dr. Perry at https://www.blueserenityacupuncture.com/ Find Lindsay at www.woowithproof.com Instagram TikTok

  3. Sep 9

    EP6: Can Where You Live Change Your Identity and Affect Your Health?

    Have you ever traveled somewhere and suddenly felt more energized, inspired—or more like yourself? In this episode of Stranger Than Human, Lindsay and Dr. Perry explore how where we live may shape far more than our mood. From the identity we embody and the motivation we feel to the ways our bodies respond to climate, seasons, air quality, water, mold, EMFs, and the energy of the people around us—our environment may be influencing us in ways we don’t always recognize. They also unpack why certain places seem to bring us back to life while others leave us feeling stagnant, uninspired, or physically unwell—and whether our bodies intuitively know where they’re meant to thrive. Could changing your environment change your health, your energy, and even who you believe yourself to be? Press play for a wide-ranging conversation about location, identity, Eastern medicine, natural healing, and learning to listen to what your body has been trying to tell you. Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the deeper mechanics of being alive — where holistic medicine meets energy, consciousness, and the questions most people are afraid to ask out loud. Find Dr. Perry at https://www.blueserenityacupuncture.com/ Find Lindsay at www.woowithproof.com Instagram TikTok

  4. Aug 16

    EP5: Who Were You Before the World Told You Who to Be?

    What If Everything You Believe Is Limiting You?What if the beliefs you've spent your entire life defending aren't actually yours? In this thought-provoking episode of Stranger Than Human, Lindsay and Dr. Perry explore the unseen forces that shape our reality—from religion and childhood conditioning to consciousness, neuroplasticity, intuition, and the deeper questions of why we're here. Together, they discuss: Why questioning your beliefs may be the key to personal freedomThe difference between religion and spiritualityHow childhood experiences become subconscious programs that shape your lifeNeuroplasticity, memory reconsolidation, and the possibility of rewriting old patternsPast lives, near-death experiences, and the nature of consciousnessHighly sensitive people, intuition, and what it means to be deeply attunedThe changing state of human consciousness and our connection to the EarthWhy healing isn't about becoming someone new—it's about remembering who you've always beenWhether you're deeply spiritual, scientifically curious, religious, skeptical, or somewhere in between, this conversation isn't about giving you answers—it's about asking better questions. Because sometimes the most profound transformation begins the moment you're willing to question everything you thought you knew. If this episode resonates with you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to see the world through a different lens. PROOF RAZOR Califia Farms Simple & Organic Almond Milk Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the deeper mechanics of being alive — where holistic medicine meets energy, consciousness, and the questions most people are afraid to ask out loud. Find Dr. Perry at https://www.blueserenityacupuncture.com/ Find Lindsay at www.woowithproof.com Instagram TikTok

  5. Aug 4

    EP4: The Root Cause of Hormone Imbalances (It's Not What You Think)

    Hormones aren't the problem—they're the messenger. After experiencing severe side effects from hormone therapy—including hair loss, facial swelling, heart palpitations, acne, and thyroid dysfunction—Lindsay shares the deeply personal journey that completely changed the way she thinks about women's health. In this episode, Lindsay and Dr. Perry Cooper explore what might actually be driving hormonal imbalances and why simply replacing hormones doesn't always address the root cause. Together they discuss: • Why "normal" lab work doesn't always tell the full story • The hidden impact of chronic stress on your endocrine system • How your environment, mold, plastics, fragrances, and everyday products may be disrupting your hormones • The Eastern medicine perspective on hormonal health and why symptoms matter just as much as blood work • Bioidentical hormones vs. synthetic hormones • The connection between nervous system regulation, inflammation, and hormone balance • Practical ways to reduce your toxic load without feeling overwhelmed • Why healing starts by asking why your body became imbalanced—not just how to suppress the symptoms Whether you're dealing with fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, hair loss, bloating, irregular cycles, perimenopause, thyroid issues, or you simply don't feel like yourself anymore, this conversation will give you a completely different lens through which to understand your body. Because your body isn't working against you. It's trying to tell you something. Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the deeper mechanics of being alive — where holistic medicine meets energy, consciousness, and the questions most people are afraid to ask out loud. Find Dr. Perry at https://www.blueserenityacupuncture.com/ Find Lindsay at www.woowithproof.com Instagram TikTok

  6. Jul 21

    EP3: Discomfort Isn’t the Enemy: Nervous System, Anxiety, and Learning to Trust Yourself

    In episode three of Stranger Than Human, Lindsay and Dr. Perry explore discomfort as valuable information rather than something to avoid, discussing how society’s shifting norms can feel collectively raw and destabilizing. They describe practical ways to sit with uncomfortable emotions—through quiet reflection, speaking out loud, journaling, and body awareness—and explain how unprocessed feelings can show up physically through anxiety, coldness, shaking, and fight-or-flight symptoms. They distinguish growth from suffering, emphasizing that getting stuck in an emotional stage can become a condition, while processing leads to a lighter foundation and greater adaptability. Lindsay shares her experience with anticipatory worry rooted in childhood instability and the belief that love equals worry, while Dr. Perry reflects on how an early clinical failure taught him sensitivity, self-responsibility, and learning from mistakes to rebuild self-trust. They also preview future discussions on collective consciousness and hormonal or neurological factors that affect wellbeing. Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the deeper mechanics of being alive — where holistic medicine meets energy, consciousness, and the questions most people are afraid to ask out loud. Find Dr. Perry at https://www.blueserenityacupuncture.com/ Find Lindsay at www.woowithproof.com Instagram TikTok

  7. Jul 13

    EP2: The Cycle You're Stuck In (And How to Move Through It)

    Have you ever had an idea that lit you completely up — and then watched it slowly die before it ever became anything? Or found yourself in the same relationship pattern, the same emotional loop, the same place you swore you'd never be again? There's actually a reason for that. And it's not a personal failing. In this episode, Lindsay and Dr. Perry Cooper explore one of the most fascinating frameworks for understanding the human experience — the Five Element Theory from Chinese medicine — and what it reveals about why we get stuck, why we chase instead of receive, and why the most exciting phase of anything is often the one that keeps us from ever finishing it. They also get into the energetics behind wanting versus needing versus having, why your body physically holds onto emotions you never let yourself feel, and what it actually looks like to close the gap between the life you're longing for and the one you're living. This is the conversation you didn't know you needed — about cycles, momentum, grief, dopamine, somatic release, and what it means to be a human who is always, always in the middle of something. In this episode: — Why wanting and needing create completely different energetic outcomes — The Five Elements framework and where you're probably getting stuck — What animals instinctively do after trauma that humans don't allow themselves — Why the fire phase feels like magic — and why it's also the most dangerous place to stay — How community and co-regulation literally change your nervous system — What it means to give yourself what you've been waiting for someone else to give you Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the deeper mechanics of being alive — where holistic medicine meets energy, consciousness, and the questions most people are afraid to ask out loud. Find Dr. Perry at https://www.blueserenityacupuncture.com/ Find Lindsay at www.woowithproof.com Instagram TikTok

  8. Jul 1

    EP1: What does it actually mean to be human?

    In our very first episode of *Stranger Than Human*, we explore the questions most people quietly carry but rarely talk about. We dive into consciousness, energy, multidimensionality, purpose, fear, manifestation, and the invisible forces that shape our lives. From Chinese medicine and touchless acupuncture to the collective consciousness, nervous system safety, creativity, and authenticity, this conversation challenges the idea that we're simply physical beings moving through a physical world. We also unpack why manifestation isn't about controlling the universe, how fear can become an initiation into your purpose, why perfectionism keeps us stuck, and what it really means to express the person you were always meant to be. This isn't a conversation about having all the answers. It's an invitation to think differently about the human experience. Because maybe we're far stranger than we've ever been taught to believe. Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the deeper mechanics of being alive — where holistic medicine meets energy, consciousness, and the questions most people are afraid to ask out loud. Find Dr. Perry at https://www.blueserenityacupuncture.com/ Find Lindsay at www.woowithproof.com Instagram TikTok

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Stranger Than Human is a podcast about the things nobody talks about—but should.Join Lindsay Rose and Dr. Perry as they explore the fascinating, mysterious, and often overlooked aspects of being human. From health, healing, and nervous system regulation to consciousness, energetics, manifestation, spirituality, and the questions science is still trying to answer, no topic is off limits.These are the conversations that live at the edge of what we know, what we feel, and what we can't quite explain.Because sometimes the strangest things about life are simply part of being human.

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  • Creator
    Lindsay Smith and Dr. Perry Cooper
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Stranger Than Human
  • Show Website
    Stranger Than Human